How long does it take to make bhindi fry?

About 30 minutes: 10 minutes to chop and 20 minutes to fry, serving 4.

How do I stop bhindi from getting slimy?

Make sure the okra is fully dry before cutting, cook it on medium-high heat, and use enough Anveshan groundnut oil so it crisps rather than steams.

Why use groundnut oil for bhindi fry?

Cold-pressed Anveshan groundnut oil has a naturally nutty taste and helps the bhindi turn golden and crisp without a greasy finish.

What do you serve with bhindi fry?

It goes wonderfully with phulka, dal and rice, or as a dry side alongside a fuller curry.

Bhindi Fry in Groundnut Oil

Name: Bhindi Fry in Groundnut Oil
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 tbsp Bilona Ghee; 500 grams Bhindi (Okra); 3 tbsp Groundnut Oil; 1 large Onion; 1 tsp Cumin Seeds; 0.5 tsp Turmeric Powder; 1 tsp Red Chilli Powder; 1 tsp Coriander Powder; 0.5 tsp Amchur (Dry Mango Powder); 1 tsp Salt

Bhindi fry is a simple Indian dry stir-fry of okra cooked with onions and spices until crisp and non-slimy. Stir-frying the okra in nutty Anveshan groundnut oil gives it a beautiful golden char and a clean flavour, while a spoon of Anveshan bilona ghee rounds it off, making a quick everyday side that pairs with roti or dal-chawal.

Time breakdown

Prep Time10 min

Cook Time20 min

Total Time30 min

Ingredients

Bhindi (Okra)
💡 You can also use Mustard Oil / Sunflower Oil / Coconut Oil / Black Sesame Oil / Olive Oil as per your preference.
Onion
Cumin Seeds
Turmeric Powder
Red Chilli Powder
Coriander Powder
Amchur (Dry Mango Powder)
Salt

How to Make Bhindi Fry in Groundnut Oil

1
Wash and thoroughly dry the bhindi, then trim and slice into rounds; drying well is key to avoiding sliminess.
2
Heat the Anveshan groundnut oil in a wide pan and saute the bhindi on medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes until the edges crisp up.
3
Push the bhindi aside, add cumin seeds and sliced onion, and saute until the onion softens.

Tips for the Best Bhindi Fry in Groundnut Oil

✓Wash and thoroughly dry the okra before cutting so it does not turn slimy when cooked.
✓Stir-fry in Anveshan groundnut oil on medium-high heat without covering the pan for the crispiest bhindi.

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